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T8 / P0616 00

Read the instructions below then start the fault diagnostic procedure.

Symptom: Starter motor cannot be started. The starter motor may function independently.

  P0616 00


Starter Relay Circuit, Open/Short to Ground

Fault symptom

Starter motor cannot be started.

The starter motor may function independently.

On-board diagnosis

Type of diagnosis:

Continuous

Enable criteria:

Ignition ON.
US/CA Manual gearbox: Clutch pedal depressed.
Automatic transmission: P or N engaged.
Relay output inactive.

Fault criteria:

When voltage on the output is below 2.0 V for more than 1 s.

Dependent:

None

System reaction to a fault:

None

OK report:

Fault criteria NOT fulfilled for 2 s with engine running.

Fault handling:

Type III without Check Engine.
(See section Fault handling III, "Other emission-related components and functions" for more information.)

Checking the wiring harness

Move the wiring harness at several spots and in several directions to reveal intermittent breaks and short-circuits. Check switches, connectors and crimp connections for oxidation, retracted pins and pin clamping force.

Diagnostic help

Diagnosis regards:

Electrical fault in connecting leads or component.

Functions in the diagnostic tool related to the fault:

Test value:
Starting

Activation:
Starter Relay Status

(See also description of readings/activations in diagnostic tool)